Performing Arts

’23-’24 Saturday Classes

Refund Policy: No refunds will be given after seven days prior to the class start date.

Auditing: Students may audit a class for $10, which will be deducted from the class fee upon joining.

Orlando Shakes’ youth classes focus on skill sets that benefit youth on stage as well as in everyday life. Focusing on the proficiency needed to bring great work to life, our classes celebrate the process of learning, experimenting, taking risks, and challenging expectations.

All sessions culminate in a “shareformance” for friends and family on the last day. Presentations begin at 11:00 a.m. For assistance please contact Jennifer Paxton at (407) 447-1700 ext. 254 or email jenniferp@orlandoshakes.org.

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Youth Classes

Fall Session

Saturdays, September 16 – October 21 (6 weeks)
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Fee: $250

Musicals ROCK!
Grades 6-8
Explore the world of the modern rock musicals that have reshaped the face of Broadway. Students will stage songs from popular shows such as Hamilton, Hairspray, Wicked and Grease.

Winter Session

Saturdays, January 27 – March 2 (6 weeks)
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Fee: $250

Swordplay On Stage!
Grades 6-8
Join the King’s guard! Learn the basics of stage combat with sword fighting scenes from Shakespeare’s Henry VI: Part I and other swashbuckling titles.

Spring Session

Saturdays, March 23 – April 27 (6 weeks)
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Fee: $250

Broadway’s BEST!
Grades 6-8
Calling all performers! Students will recreate songs from classic Broadway musicals like The Music Man, West Side Story, Sweeney Todd and Oklahoma!

About Saturday Classes

Classes are held at the Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 E. Rollins St. Orlando, FL 32803.

All sessions culminate in a performance in the Margeson Theater for friends and family on the last day. See what your children have learned!

Please email Jennifer Paxton, Education Coordinator at jenniferp@orlandoshakes.org for more information.

Scholarships Available: Full and partial scholarships are available for students who qualify.

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